1990 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | BX | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
